This vibrant, healthy dip tastes as good as it looks.

Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, partially covered, until beets are fork-tender, about 30 minutes.

Beet And Goat Cheese Dip

Photo:Fred Hardy

Drain and rinse under cold water.

When cool enough to handle, remove skins with your fingers or a paper towel; discard.

Process until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl as needed, about 1 minute.

Transfer to a serving bowl.

Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Serve with crudites and/or pita chips.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.